Propane for Grain Drying
> Propane for grain drying is liquefied propane supplied in bulk or in large portable containers for agricultural drying operations. When delivered in containers ready for use, such as skid tanks or portable cylinders, it falls under tariff item 2711.12.10. The low moisture content is a quality specification, not a classification factor.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | 12.5% | — | 12.5% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | 12.5% | — | 12.5% |
| 🇺🇸United States | 12.5% | — | 12.5% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | 12.5% | — | 12.5% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | 12.5% | — | 12.5% |
More Specific Codes
This product may fall under a more specific subheading:
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the propane is delivered via bulk truck into a permanent storage tank
Permanent storage tanks are not containers ready for use, so they fall under the 'other' subheading.
Not sure which classification is right?
The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right tariff item — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.
Import Tips & Compliance
• > Confirm that the containers are suitable for agricultural use and meet Canadian standards for portable propane tanks
• Ensure the propane is free of contaminants that could damage drying equipment, and provide a certificate of analysis if requested
• Check if provincial regulations require additional permits for agricultural propane use
Related Products under Tariff item 2711.12.10
Autogas Propane Fuel 92% Purity
> Autogas propane fuel with 92% purity is liquefied propane formulated for automotive use in converted vehicles and buses. When supplied in cylinders or tanks ready for use in vehicles, it falls under tariff item 2711.12.10. The purity level is within the range for propane classification, and the product is not a mixture of other gases.
Commercial Bulk Liquefied Propane
> Commercial bulk liquefied propane is supplied in large volumes for commercial uses like forklifts and warehouse heating. When delivered in portable containers ready for use, it falls under tariff item 2711.12.10. The product is propane, and the container type determines classification.
Commercial Grade Liquefied Propane Fuel
> Commercial grade liquefied propane fuel with 90-95% purity is supplied in bulk for forklift and fleet vehicle fueling stations. When packaged in exchangeable cylinders or portable tanks ready for use, it is classified under tariff item 2711.12.10. The purity level is typical for commercial propane and does not affect classification.
Commercial Propane for Forklifts
> Commercial propane for forklifts is high-purity liquefied propane, often odorized, supplied in exchangeable cylinders or tanks designed for industrial forklift fueling. It falls under tariff item 2711.12.10 because the cylinders are ready for use, and the product is specifically propane, not a mixture.
High-Purity Liquefied Propane LPG
> High-purity liquefied propane LPG with at least 90% purity is used for industrial and residential heating. When packaged in cylinders or tanks ready for use, it falls under tariff item 2711.12.10. The product is propane, and the purity specification is a quality measure, not a classification factor.
Industrial Grade Liquefied Propane
> Industrial grade liquefied propane is used for metal cutting and welding torches, and when packaged in cylinders ready for use, it is classified under tariff item 2711.12.10. The product is propane, and the industrial grade specification does not affect its classification.